Lee County Makes Top Ten List Of Most Dangerous Places To Drive In Florida
It’s not the most distinguished list to appear on. However, it might not come as a big surprise to many Southwest Floridians that Lee County makes top ten list of most dangerous places to drive in Florida. We really have to drive defensively here with so many tourists not knowing where they are going. Then there are the snowbirds, some of whom make up their own rules when it comes to changing lanes. Finally, the distracted drivers. We see them every day spending more time looking at their phone than the road.
This study was conducted by attorneys for Injured in Florida. To come up with the ranking, they compiled data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. They calculated the number of motor vehicle crashes per every 10,000 people in each county so far in 2023.
Lee County makes top ten list of most dangerous places to drive in Florida. Distracted driving is one of many reasons.
Lee County ranked #9 on the list with 6, 224 crashes and 40 fatalities. The numbers break down to about 76 crashes per every 10,000 people. Sarasota is also in the top ten. It comes in at #7. That county registered 79 crashes per every 10,000 residents.
Top five most dangerous places to drive in Florida
When it comes to the top five most dangerous counties, they rank like this
- #1 Seminole County
- #2 Hamilton County
- #3 Duval County
- #4 Miami-Dade County
- #5 Madison County
Commenting about the findings, a spokesperson from Injured in Florida says: “Despite this data only accounting for incidents occurring between January and May of this year, there has already been a 13% increase in motor vehicle incidents compared to last year.” Safety officials say don’t forget to buckle up. Make sure your car gets regular maintenance. And finally, pay attention to the road and those around you so you can react quickly to avoid an accident.
5 New Car Features People Struggle With The Most
Nowadays, it seems like car manufactures and designers are putting more and more features in new cars. Sometimes, it’s to make the car sleeker in appearance or give the car or give the driver more benefits with their vehicle. Many drivers can become intimidated or overwhelmed by the technology of cars. From cruise control and assisted parking to Bluetooth connection and more.
In a poll by SWNSDigital.com, they found the top new car features people struggle with the most. They gathered their data by polling 500 car owners with vehicles less than two years old. The results showed 20 pieces of technology in a car that “baffle modern car owners.”
According to the poll, 68 percent of the “struggle to get to grips with everything.” While 40 percent don’t believe they’re using their car to its full potential. Also found in the research, is that it took about six months for 55 percent to discover their car came with certain features.
Dr Martha Newson, cognitive psychologist who facilitated the consumer study said they proved that over half of drivers are missing out on the full experience of their vehicle. “With any car purchase being one of life’s bigger spends, drivers should take more time understanding the tech available at their fingertips, so they don’t miss out on safer, more comfortable and more pleasurable experiences, every time they get in the car,” said Newson.
The feature that most people feel that they aren’t using happens to be cruise control. It’s been around for quite some time. Surprisingly, at the bottom of the list is blind-spot alert, massage seats, and 360-degree cameras. Some may find features like a heated steering wheel, remote engine start, and climate control easy.
You can view the full list here.
Here are 5 new car features people struggle with the most.
Gina Birch brings the sunshine to Sunny 106.3 every weekday morning from 6-10. She has worked in radio, television and print in Southwest Florida for nearly 30 years. During that time, she has become an advocate for numerous charities including those that support animals, children, women and wellness. In addition, she has written for numerous local, regional and national publications about food, wine and travel. Those are her longtime passions...along with shoes.
